The Family Advisory Council


The Family Advisory Council acts as an advisory committee to Children’s Hospital, Inc. to ensure that the needs of children and families are met by providing a vehicle of communication for cooperative efforts between the families and the entire staff.

Responsibilities


  • Provide a vital link between Children’s Hospital, Inc. and the community.

  • Provide input and feedback on delivery of services for children and their families.

  • Provide input regarding program development.

  • Assist in promoting good relationships between Children’s Hospital, Inc. and members of the community.

  • Promote understanding of the services and policies of Children’s Hospital, Inc. among parent groups and parents or guardians of patients.

  • Review issues and concerns referred to the Family Advisory Council and provide recommendations to the hospital.

  • Educate families in health care issues.

  • Educate staff in family care issues.

  • Advocate in the community for policies and programs to promote children’s health.

  • Assist in the planning of new facilities and services as requested by Children’s Hospital, Inc. administration.

Membership

General membership consists of individuals who subscribe to the purpose and responsibilities of Children’s Hospital, Inc. Family Advisory Council.  There may be up to 31 members, 19 family positions and 12 staff positions. Family members are parents, grandparents, or guardians of children who (in most cases) have been patients of Children’s Hospital, Inc. and persons age 16 years or older who have themselves been patients of Children’s Hospital, Inc.  Family members who have had varied experiences with Children’s Hospital, Inc. are sought from throughout central and southeastern Ohio. Eight staff positions are permanent, and two staff positions are term positions. Council members must have the ability to serve, which includes the ability to attend regular meetings (typically scheduled in January, March, May, September, and November), serve on committees, and participate in occasional special projects.  Family and staff members will normally be appointed for a two-year term.

Partners in Care, Partners in Hope


Family Advisory Council’s Award of Excellence in Family-Centered Care

The Family Advisory Council at Nationwide Children's Hospital is proud to award an annual recognition for excellence in family-centered care. Learn more about this year's award winner.

Children's Family Faculty


Learn more about our collaboration with families who receive care at Children's.

For more information about becoming a member of the Family Advisory Council, please call Children's Family and Volunteer Services at (614) 722-3635 or fill-out the Online Membership Application below.

Responsibilities
  • Provide a vital link between Children’s Hospital, Inc. and the community.
  • Provide input and feedback on delivery of services for children and their families.
  • Provide input regarding program development.
  • Assist in promoting good relationships between Children’s Hospital, Inc. and members of the community.
  • Promote understanding of the services and policies of Children’s Hospital, Inc. among parent groups and parents or guardians of patients.
  • Review issues and concerns referred to the Family Advisory Council and provide recommendations to the hospital.
  • Educate families in health care issues.
  • Educate staff in family care issues.
  • Advocate in the community for policies and programs to promote children’s health.
  • Assist in the planning of new facilities and services as requested by Children’s Hospital, Inc. administration.

Membership


General membership consists of individuals who subscribe to the purpose and responsibilities of Children’s Hospital, Inc. Family Advisory Council.  There may be up to 31 members, 19 family positions and 12 staff positions. Family members are parents, grandparents, or guardians of children who (in most cases) have been patients of Children’s Hospital, Inc. and persons age 16 years or older who have themselves been patients of Children’s Hospital, Inc.  Family members who have had varied experiences with Children’s Hospital, Inc. are sought from throughout central and southeastern Ohio. Eight staff positions are permanent, and two staff positions are term positions. Council members must have the ability to serve, which includes the ability to attend regular meetings (typically scheduled in January, March, May, September, and November), serve on committees, and participate in occasional special projects.  Family and staff members will normally be appointed for a two-year term.

Partners in Care, Partners in Hope


Family Advisory Council’s Award of Excellence in Family-Centered Care
The Family Advisory Council at Nationwide Children's Hospital is proud to award an annual recognition for excellence in family-centered care. Learn more about this year's award winner.

Children's Family Faculty


Learn more about our collaboration with families who receive care at Children's.

For more information about becoming a member of the Family Advisory Council, please call Children's Family and Volunteer Services at (614) 722-3635 or fill-out the Online Membership Application below.